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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mount Etna, IA

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Assisted living costs in Mount Etna average about $3,893 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 33 communities in Mount Etna. Our detailed directory has 62 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Creston, Greenfield and Elliott.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of assisted living in Mount Etna, IA

The average cost of senior living in Mount Etna is $3,893 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Griswold, IA with an average of $3,229 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mount Etna, IA, vs. nearby cities

Mount Etna, IA
$3,893/mo
$4,518/mo
$3,846/mo

Assisted living costs in Mount Etna, IA, vs. state and national averages

Mount Etna, IA
$3,893/mo
$4,480/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in Mount Etna, IA, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,893/mo
$3,893/mo

Assisted living costs in Mount Etna, IA, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,975/mo
Studio
$4,591/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,552/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,010/mo

Senior living costs in Mount Etna vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Mount Etna, IA
Column state: Iowa
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMount Etna, IAIowaU.S.
Assisted Living$3,893/mo$4,480/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$3,893/mo$4,485/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$3,066/mo$3,268/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Mount Etna, IA:$3,893/mo
Iowa:$4,480/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Mount Etna, IA:$3,893/mo
Iowa:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Mount Etna, IA:$3,066/mo
Iowa:$3,268/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in Mount Etna, IA, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mount Etna and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Mount Etna, IA

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mount Etna have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mount Etna, IA$4,635/mo$5,428/mo-14.6%
Iowa$4,504/mo$4,399/mo+2.4%
National$4,534/mo$4,615/mo-1.7%
Mount Etna, IA
2024 average cost:$4,635/mo
2023 average cost:$5,428/mo
Percent change:-14.6%
Iowa
2024 average cost:$4,504/mo
2023 average cost:$4,399/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,534/mo
2023 average cost:$4,615/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mount Etna, IA

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Mount Etna.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mount Etna

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mount Etna

Hansen House Harlan

5.0
This facility was built and designed for people with memory loss. No detail was missed. This facility was in western Iowa and was the only facility that catered to this specific issue .Our coordinator with A Place for Mom was amazing. He listened to our concerns and what we were looking for and ...
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Oakland Heights Assisted Living

4.8
Recently my father has been needing more help and we have looked at several assisted living places. We have had such a positive experience in a very difficult time. Thank you Oakland Assisted Living, we look forward to moving forward with you.

Homestead of Creston

5.0
My loved one really enjoyed his experience at Homestead of Creston. He especially loved the staff and being teased by them. It was a great experience.

Mount Etna assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Etna assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Etna, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Mount Etna assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Mount Etna that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mount Etna, IANational
Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.1%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
46.2%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mount Etna assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Mount Etna Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mount Etna, IANational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.3%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mount Etna assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mount Etna partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mount Etna, IANational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
19.2%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.4%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
19.2%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Etna assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mount Etna communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mount Etna, IANational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
30.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Etna assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Mount Etna offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mount Etna, IANational
Activity director
Activity director
34.6%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.8%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
19.2%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.9%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.6%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.6%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mount Etna

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Iowa assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Mount Etna protect seniors.
Learn about Iowa assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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